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LM58 ZKR

2008 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

88,920 mi
Last recorded88,920 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM58 ZKR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2017 88,920 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush separating. (2.4.G.2)

advise nearside front tyre worn low on inner edge.

Fail 4 Oct 2017 88,919 miles

Offside Front Track rod end loose thread stripped in track rod locknut. (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush separating. (2.4.G.2)

advise nearside front tyre worn low on inner edge.

Pass 1 Oct 2016 78,637 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Oct 2015 66,650 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight play in steering rack n/s/f

Fail 15 Oct 2015 66,643 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight play in steering rack n/s/f

Pass 16 Oct 2014 51,543 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 51,256 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 36,213 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 3 Oct 2013 35,837 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

steering rack gaiters twisted (both)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 23,908 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 18,497 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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LM58 ZKR is a 2008 Ford Ka in White with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2008 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 41,756 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM58 ZKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LM58 ZKR registered?

LM58 ZKR is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 December 2008.

Is LM58 ZKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM58 ZKR shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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